The U.S. Department of Defense signed a seven-year agreement with Boeing and Lockheed Martin. The contract triples production capacity for Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) seekers. Boeing manufactures the seeker as the critical guidance element for the missile system. Lockheed Martin serves as the prime contractor for the overall PAC-3 MSE program.
The Pentagon will coordinate directly with Boeing to prevent supply chain bottlenecks. This long-term structure provides clear demand signals to encourage industrial investment in facilities and tooling. The agreement also supports workforce expansion to sustain the increased output.
The initiative is part of a broader Pentagon effort to increase production for key defense systems. The U.S. is prioritizing the replenishment of domestic stockpiles and supplies for international allies. This expansion addresses high-demand systems like the PAC-3 amid heightened global tensions.